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Svalbard Case Study Flashcards

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Development opportunities in Svalbard

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300 jobs in coal mining
Fishing jobs
Geothermal energy from mid atlantic ridge
300 jobs in tourism

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Development challenges in Svalbard

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Extreme temperatures = -30 degrees
construction must take place in summer, permafrost used as foundations
accessibility - only 50km of road
services - water, electricity is limited, pipes often freeze

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